Voices In Power is bringing our Poetry Open Mic Experience to Orlando. Join us for an intentional night of poetry, live art, music, food, drinks, community, & connection. The experience includes featured poetry, raffle-style open mic performances, a DJ, live painters, vendors, & interactive moments throughout the night.
Tickets are limited. Once they sell out, we will not be adding more.
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Lizzy’s Live
Address: 7722 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
Open mic slots are limited & selected raffle-style during the event.
Please note: Once your ticket is purchased, your name is automatically added to our door list. No physical or emailed ticket is needed. Just check in at the door using the name from your order.
Any questions, please email us at voicesinpower@gmail.com
a Poetry Open Mic Experience
📍 Downtown Orlando @ Lizzy’s Live
📅 Wednesday, August 19, 2026
What’s good, family?
Voices In Power is bringing our Poetry Open Mic Experience to Orlando, & we’re doing it the only way we know how.. intentional, elevated, & rooted in community. If you were in the room the first time, you already know what’s up. We can’t wait to see you there.
The Experience
The doors at Lizzy’s Live open 7:00 PM, with the show beginning at 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
Start your night with music, conversation, food, & drinks inside one of downtown Orlando’s most beautiful spaces. This experience is designed as a true night out, a place to arrive early, settle in, enjoy the atmosphere, & stay present all night.
The evening will feature:
- Featured Poet - LaLa | Spotlight Poet - Poet1Deep
- 15-slot open mic (raffle-style sign-up)
- Music curated by a live DJ
- Live Art
- Interactive moments throughout the night
- Photo & video coverage
Expect a room filled with love, culture, creativity, & powerful poetry.
Feature - LaLa:
Lala is a spoken word poet born in New York that currently resides in Orlando, Florida. She has cultivated her craft in Poetry through life experiences, values, and real world events. She teaches skills to be resilient and mentors youth and young adults on effective communication and translating emotions to effective language. She’s a mother to three boys and also an Army Veteran.
Lala has been writing since she was a young teen. She has been very active in her local poetry scene where she won the grand slam to represent Orlando on a National Poetry stage with her team mates at Southern Fried 2026. She is currently working on two books which she plans to have released within a year. Lala assists in coaching for Exodus United inc. A non-profit organization for the youth, who also competes nationally.
Lala- A captivating poet with pure passion and dedication. Every time she touches the stage she leaves it all out there.
Feature - Poet1Deep:
Poet1Deep is an Orlando born and raised spoken word poet who has been sharing his art with the world for the past 9 years. Having been twice nominated for poet of the year honors, he describes his style of poetry as therapeutic social commentary.
From an oftentimes personal place, Poet1Deep speaks on societal issues that effect the African American community; but not exclusively. He believes “there is more that unites us than that which divides us” but feels that “we have to be ready to have those kind of conversations”.
In the future Poet1Deep hopes to continue to spread his words throughout with the goal of establishing common ground & understanding.
Food & Drinks
Food & drinks will be available for purchase throughout the night. The venue will offer a curated menu designed specifically for this experience, allowing guests to enjoy delicious food without missing a moment of the show. Whether you’re grabbing a bite before the performances begin or ordering during intermission, food is part of the experience, so be sure to feed your belly while the poetry feeds your soul.
For Poets
Please read carefully:
- Voices In Power uses a raffle-based open mic sign-up
- Sign-ups open when doors open & close when the show begins (7PM-7:59PM)
- Poets must be present to sign up
- Poets are selected randomly throughout the night
- Each poet is given 5 minutes for one poem
Please respect the process & time limits so everyone has the best experience possible.
Event Details
- City: Orlando, FL
- Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
- Host: Luis Marrero
- Featured Poet: LaLa | Spotlight Poet - Poet1Deep
- DJ: DJ PoeticLi
- Photographer: Legaci Photography
- Venue: Lizzy’s Live, 7722 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
- Doors Open: 7:00 PM
- Show Time: 8:00 PM
- Capacity: Limited, advance tickets strongly recommended
Parking
Parking near Lizzy's Live in Orlando is convenient, with a free on-site lot and, in some cases, valet options. Being located in downtown Orlando, visitors can also utilize the ParkDTO program for up to 2 hours of free on-street parking using the ParkMobile app. Nearby parking garages, such as the Plaza Parking Garage (starting at $13.99), are also available for longer stays.
Key Parking Options near 325 S. Orange Ave:
On-site: Free parking lot, no paid parking garage, and no metered street parking (according to one source).
App-based: Use the ParkMobile app (code: ParkDTO) for 2 hours of free parking.
Nearby Garages:
Plaza Parking Garage (15 S Court Ave)
201 South Orange Garage (201 S Orange Ave)
MAA Parkside Orlando Garage (13 S Osceola Ave)
Vendors, Live Painters, Photographers & Videographers
If you’re interested in vending, live painting, photographing, or capturing recaps at this event, please email:
📩 voicesinpower@gmail.com
Partnerships & Media
For sponsorships, partnerships, or media / publication opportunities, reach out to:
📩 voicesinpower@gmail.com
Consent & Recording Policy
By purchasing a ticket & entering the venue, you acknowledge that this event will be filmed & photographed. Voices In Power reserves the right to use this content for promotional purposes across platforms.
a Few Things to Keep in Mind
- Voices In Power is a poetry-only open mic
(No music, comedy, or singing unless otherwise stated)- Tickets are non-refundable
If you have any questions, reach out at voicesinpower@gmai.com, & follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, & YouTube for updates.
Orlando, we’re coming to build something special. See you there!
Voices In Power is bringing our Poetry Open Mic Experience to Orlando. Join us for an intentional night of poetry, live art, music, food, drinks, community, & connection. The experience includes featured poetry, raffle-style open mic performances, a DJ, live painters, vendors, & interactive moments throughout the night.
Tickets are limited. Once they sell out, we will not be adding more.
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Lizzy’s Live
Address: 7722 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
Open mic slots are limited & selected raffle-style during the event.
Please note: Once your ticket is purchased, your name is automatically added to our door list. No physical or emailed ticket is needed. Just check in at the door using the name from your order.
Any questions, please email us at voicesinpower@gmail.com
